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Self – Guided Peaks of the Balkans tour in 10 days

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Tirana - Shkodra - Tamarë - Lëpushë

    Tirana - Shkodra - Tamarë - Lëpushë
    Start point
    Tiranë, Tirana, Albania (Please make sure to arrive at the meeting point on time to catch the local transportation. (Details provided at the time of booking)., 06:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Walk and explore the Lëpushë area and meadow landscapes
    Landmarks
    Lëpushë
    Dinaric Alps
  3. Day 2

    Lëpushë

    Lëpushë
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Maja e Berizhdolit (1977m) in the Albanian Alps
    Landmarks
    Maja e Berizhdolit
    Accursed Mountains
  4. Day 3

    Lëpushë - Talijanka Peak - Vuthaj

    Lëpushë - Talijanka Peak - Vuthaj
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Talijanka peak with views of Lake Plav

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Ali Pasha springs (approximately 40 minutes walk from the guesthouse)
    Landmarks
    Talijanka Peak
    Grbaje Valley
    Lake Plav
    Ali Pasha Springs
  5. Day 4

    Vuthaj - Arapi Peak - Theth

    Vuthaj - Arapi Peak - Theth
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Arapi Peak (2217m)
    • Visit the Old Church in Theth
    • Visit the 'Lock in' Toyour in Theth
    Landmarks
    Arapi Peak
    Theth Old Church
    Lock in Toyour
  6. Day 5

    Theth

    Theth
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to the Blue Eye of Theth

    Optional Activities

    • Book local transportation from Theth Village to Nderlysaj
    Landmarks
    Blue Eye of Theth
  7. Day 6

    Theth - Valbona Pass - Valbona

    Theth - Valbona Pass - Valbona
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek across Valbona Pass with views of the Peaks of the Balkans
    Landmarks
    Valbona Pass
    Valbona Valley
  8. Day 7

    Valbona - Cerem

    Valbona - Cerem
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek from Valbona to Cerem through forests and meadows

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Zla Kolate peak, the highest peak of Montenegro (adds approximately 3 hours, 10 hours hiking in total)
    Landmarks
    Zla Kolate Peak
    Cerem
  9. Day 8

    Cerem - Doberdol

    Cerem - Doberdol
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Trek through Albania's only National Reserve with brown bears and lynxes
    • Hike from Cerem to Doberdol via mule track

    Optional Activities

    • Coffee or drinks at shepherd's hut villages along the trail
    Landmarks
    Albania National Reserve
    Doberdol
  10. Day 9

    Doberdol - Gjeravica - Gropat e Erenikut - Gjakova

    Doberdol - Gjeravica - Gropat e Erenikut - Gjakova
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Gjeravica, the highest peak of Kosovo
    • Swim in three alpine and glacier-formed lakes
    Landmarks
    Gjeravica Peak
    Sharr Mountains
  11. Day 10

    Gjakova - Tirana

    Gjakova - Tirana
    End point
    Rruga Arben Broci, 1050 Tiranë, Albania (In Tirana, you'll be dropped off at the Bus Terminal, 19:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Gjakova's bazaar independently
    • Browse stores selling traditional clothing and items
    • Enjoy a meal in the bazaar
    Landmarks
    Gjakova Bazaar
    Tirana Bus Terminal

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  • Ahmed5.0•September 2026
    I booked Choose Balkans for a 10 day hike across the Balkan Alps. The hikes were phenomenal and took me across 3...
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    Dear Ahmed, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and generous recommendation! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with Choose Balkans. It is especially rewarding to know that you felt supported and well taken care of throughout your hiking adventure, even when unexpected challenges arose. Providing reliable assistance to our travelers is something we take very seriously, particularly on adventurous journeys through remote mountain regions. Your kind words about Brikena mean a great deal to us. We are fortunate to have her on our team, and we will certainly share your lovely feedback with her. We know she will be delighted to hear how much her dedication and support contributed to your experience. It was a pleasure being part of your adventure, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable journey in the Balkans.
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  • Roisin5.0•June 2026
    My cousin and I had an incredible tour. We saw the most stunning scenery and the organisation was faultless. Brikena...
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    Hello, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in our tours. Best regards, Choose Balkans Team
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    Asked on May 6th, 2024

    Is there a luggage transfer service during the hiking tour?

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    • Choose BalkansOperator•Written May 2024

      You can pack light with backpacks up to 12kg. If you want to carry more luggage, you can hire horses for 100 Euros per horse per day, which can carry 35-45 kg.

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      Do you accommodate solo travelers to reduce the high single traveler price?

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      I am a slow hiker. Can I hike at my own pace or do I need to stay with the group?

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      Usually our hiking groups stay together to ensure we all follow the same route as a group experience.

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    Can i book a local guide only for some days

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    • Choose BalkansOperator•Written January 2024

      We can organize a guided tour, however please note that the guide has to be with you during all the trail. We can not offer a guide only for several days.

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